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Nursery Chef

Job Type : Permanent, Full Time

Salary : £30000/annum

Position: Nursery Chef
Location: Mortlake Area
Salary: £30,000 + Benefits
Start Date: 20th February

We are currently looking for a passionate and experienced Nursery Chef to join our dedicated team in the Mortlake area.

If you have a love for nutrition and enjoy working with young children, this is the perfect opportunity for you. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking healthy, age-appropriate meals for children aged 3 months to 5 years, while ensuring dietary requirements are met and promoting a positive eating environment.

Key Responsibilities:

* Meal Preparation & Presentation: Prepare, cook, and present well-balanced, nutritious meals (lunch, snacks, and afternoon tea) for children, ensuring that all food is age-appropriate and made with minimal waste.

* Dietary Requirements: Take responsibility for catering to all children’s dietary needs, including allergies, intolerances, and special dietary requirements, and clearly communicate these needs to the nursery team.

* Kitchen Safety & Hygiene: Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment, adhering to both internal procedures and external regulations. Perform regular monthly risk assessments and manage hygiene standards.

* Crockery & Utensils: Ensure that all kitchen equipment, including crockery, cutlery, and utensils, is cleaned, maintained, and stored properly after each use.

* Nursery Support: Assist with special nursery activities, including parent events, staff meetings, and any other ad-hoc duties as required.
Special Occasions & Events: Prepare and serve meals for special occasions such as birthdays, Christmas, and other cultural festivals, contributing to the overall celebration and experience.

* Stock & Inventory Management: Monitor and manage stock levels, ensuring that all ingredients are ordered on a weekly basis and stock is rotated appropriately in line with company guidelines.

* Collaboration with the Team: Work closely with nursery staff, parents, and other stakeholders to ensure children are encouraged to develop healthy eating habits and that meals meet all nutritional standards.

* Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure that all health, safety, and safeguarding procedures are consistently followed to protect both the children and the wider team.

* Positive Environment: Play an active role in creating and maintaining a positive, safe, and happy environment in the nursery for both children and staff.

What We’re Looking For:

* Experience: Previous experience in a similar role, ideally in a school, nursery, or childcare setting, with a strong passion for nutrition and working with young children.

* Qualifications: Hold a Food Hygiene Level 3 certification (essential).

* Knowledge: A thorough understanding of COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health), as well as the ability to manage and cater for various dietary requirements, particularly food allergies.

* Skills: Excellent communication skills to work effectively with children, parents, and colleagues. The ability to stay calm and efficient while working under pressure.

* Commitment to Safety: A strong commitment to following child welfare, protection, health, safety, and safeguarding procedures.

* Compliance: This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Working Hours:
Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Typically Monday to Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with some flexibility required to accommodate occasional extended days for staff meetings or training.

Holiday Entitlement: 28 days per year, including public holidays.

Benefits:

* Competitive salary of £30,000 per annum.

* Generous holiday entitlement of 28 days per year, including public holidays.

* Opportunities for professional development and training.

* A supportive and friendly team environment.

If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for child nutrition and want to make a positive impact in a nursery setting, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to become part of our team and contribute to providing high-quality care and meals for young children

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